May 13, 2020

Platinum giant says lockdown in South Africa risks killing mines

Mines need to be at a minimum of 75% to 80% capacity to be viable, says Sibanye CEO Neal Froneman.

May 12, 2020

Sibanye Stillwater first quarter earnings surge on strong metal prices

Adjusted EBITDA rose to 11.13 billion rand ($601.10 million) for the quarter.

May 6, 2020

Russia questions legality of US-planned moon mining pact

The Kremlin says legal framework for mining on the moon should be examined to make sure it complies with international laws.

May 5, 2020

Sunday Lake returns high grade for Impala, Transition

Drilling at property in Ontario has returned high-grade intercepts of up to 4.28 g/t total platinum group metals (PGM) over 9.2 metres.

May 4, 2020

South African union wins case on covid-19 safety

Union said it had won a court case against the government that will force authorities to impose strict guidelines against covid-19.

April 30, 2020

CHART: Covid-19 disrupts $6.9 billion of global mining output

New report shows operations at 260 mines in 33 countries have been suspended – South Africa, US, Mexico hardest hit.

April 30, 2020

Implats cuts output guidance as coronavirus weighs

Company expects annual refined production of between 2.6 million and 2.9 million ounces this year.

April 29, 2020

The impact of critical minerals on national security

Which imported minerals create the most risk for U.S. supply chains and national security?

April 28, 2020

Silver miners hit hardest by lockdowns — report

Nearly two-thirds of global silver production is still on hold.

April 28, 2020

Scotiabank to close its metals business

Scotia was for years the world’s biggest lender to the physical precious metals industry.